Police Ban Protests as Dele Farotimi Faces Court Over Defamation of Afe Babalola

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The Ekiti State Police Command has imposed a ban on protests across the state, following plans by supporters of activist and lawyer Dele Farotimi to stage demonstrations demanding his release. 

Farotimi, who was arrested for allegedly defaming the renowned legal icon, Aare Afe Babalola, SAN, has been remanded in custody by a court pending a bail hearing scheduled for December 10.

In a statement issued by the police spokesperson, Abutu Sunday, the command cited intelligence reports suggesting that some individuals were preparing to exploit the protests to incite violence and disrupt public order.

“While peaceful protests are recognized under the law, intelligence at our disposal indicates that certain persons aim to hijack the planned protest to create chaos and disturb the peace of the state,” the statement read.

The police reiterated their commitment to maintaining peace and order, warning that violators of the directive would face the full force of the law. 

Parents and guardians were also urged to counsel their wards against participating in any unlawful assemblies.

Farotimi, a vocal activist, was charged earlier this week with criminal defamation, following allegations that he made damaging statements about Afe Babalola in his recently published book, which has become a bestseller on Amazon. 

Afe Babalola, a revered figure in Nigerian legal and academic circles, is seeking legal redress over the claims, which he described as defamatory and injurious to his reputation.

The case has drawn significant public attention, with supporters of Farotimi questioning the motives behind the charges. However, the police insist that their actions are guided by the need to uphold the law and ensure public safety.

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